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How to decide which portable safety light is for you

At North America Traffic we offer a variety of solar-assisted Portable Traffic Signals.

We thought we would spend some time breaking down each one, so you can choose the portable traffic signal best suited for your work zone with confidence. So, without further ado, let’s get to it!

PTL2.4x Portable Traffic Signal

The PTL2.4x Portable Traffic Signal is engineered for long-term traffic control in work zones, crossroads and intersections.

Key Features:

  • Can use up to twenty signals on a single site, which is excellent for work zones with high quantities of intersecting driveways and/or side roads
  • Dual head with custom features for increased visibility
  • An electric actuator lift system
  • 400-watt solar panel with 360 degrees rotation range and tilt range of 0 to 60 degrees

Benefits:

  • User-friendly controller design
  • A 24V power system
  • Each controller can be designated as a Primary Unit or a Secondary Unit
  • USB Drive: backup traffic control plans and download log files and performance history
  • Radio communication up to one mile
  • 30-day operation (no sun)

RCF3.4 Portable Traffic Signal

The versatile and lightweight RCF3.4 Portable Lane Control Signal can be used in a variety of applications including road building and maintenance, side roads and driveways, as well as utility applications.

Key Features:

  • Each controller can be designated as a Primary or Secondary Unit
  • Bright LED lights for 100,000 hours of continuous use
  • USB Drive: backup traffic control plans and download log files and performance history
  • Easy to use, intuitive controller

Benefits:

  • Operator training takes only a few minutes
  • Adjust programming on the fly without traffic interruptions
  • Convenient for “All Stop” and “Resume” of traffic flow
  • Can interact with PTL2.4x for unique or complex applications
  • Up to 21 days of continuous operation (no sun)

DAD3.9 Driveway Assistance Device

The DAD 3.9 model is a Driveway Assistance Device (DAD) designed to safely control traffic exiting driveways and/or side roads. The DAD 3.9 must be used in conjunction with North America Traffic’s Gen 3 Portable Temporary Traffic Signals (PTTS).

Key Features:

  • Lightweight with a small footprint
  • 21-day operation (without sun)
  • Recharging by 120VAC charger and 100-watt solar panel
  • 12” circular LED lamps consisting of central red and right/left red arrows

Benefits:

  • User-friendly controller design
  • Push button convenience
  • A 24V power system
  • Up to 18 DAD 3.9 units can be used together in one work zone

AWF2.8 Advanced Warning Flasher

The AWF 2.8 Advanced Warning Flasher (AWF) is designed to provide advance warning of stoppages ahead to approaching motorists. The AWF2.8 can be used with North America Traffic’s Gen 3 Portable Temporary Traffic Signals (PTTS) or independently. Up to two AWF units can be linked to an individual PTTS to provide additional warning in areas with obstructed sightlines on approach to the temporary work zone.  

Key Features:

  • Lightweight with a small footprint
  • 21-day operation (without sun)
  • Recharging by 120VAC charger and 100-watt solar panel
  • 12” yellow LED lamps mounted in a horizontal configuration, positioned on either side of the warning sign

Benefits:

  • User-friendly controller design
  • A 24V power system

PED2.9 Portable Pedestrian Signal

The PED2.9 Portable Pedestrian Signal works with North America Traffic’s portable traffic signals to indicate to pedestrians when it’s safe to proceed in a temporary work zone.

Key Features:

  • 21-day operation (without sun)
  • Quick set up time and small footprint
  • Recharging by 120VAC charger and 100-watt solar panel

Benefits:

  • Operates with a push button activation, which allows pedestrians to request a walk signal following a programed clearance interval
  • User-friendly controller design
  • A 24V power system

The leading design-manufacturer of Portable Traffic Signals

For over 25 years, North America Traffic has been the leading design-manufacturer of Portable Traffic Signals, serving our industry with innovative, focused, and safe solutions for traffic control. Contact the North America Traffic team today to learn more about how our products can improve your work zone operations, or to find a dealer near you.